Technical Owner - MV Primary Components

About the role

GE Vernova's FACTS solutions, including STATCOM and SVC systems, support grid stability, power quality and renewable energy integration. The company is looking for a Technical Owner for MV Primary Components in Tampere, a hands-on electrical engineering role for someone with experience in MV/HV primary equipment, substation primary design or related grid engineering. You will lead the specification, selection, integration and technical support of components such as reactors, capacitor banks, resistors, surge arresters, instrument transformers, disconnectors, earthing switches, insulators and related equipment.

Key responsibilities

• Act as technical owner for MV primary components across tendering and project execution
• Translate system and customer requirements into equipment specifications and supplier RFQs
• Review supplier offers, drawings, calculations and test documentation
• Support equipment selection with a focus on safety, compliance, reliability, cost and lead time
• Resolve technical issues across engineering, suppliers, testing, installation and commissioning
• Work closely with systems, layout, mechanical, sourcing, quality, project engineering and suppliers
• Improve standard specifications, reusable solutions and engineering guidance for MV components
• Support knowledge sharing and technical guidance within the team

Required profile

• Degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Engineering or similar
• Strong experience in MV or HV primary equipment design, substation primary engineering or a related field
• Experience with technical specifications, supplier documentation, equipment selection and engineering reviews
• Good understanding of IEC standards and primary equipment engineering principles
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills in English
• Relevant experience: reactors, resistors, capacitor banks, surge arresters, instrument transformers, disconnectors, earthing switches or insulators; FACTS, STATCOM, SVC, HVDC, substations or grid-connected power systems; supplier engineering, FATs, equipment testing or technical issue resolution

What we offer

• Work on complex grid projects supporting the energy transition
• A senior technical role with real ownership and influence
• The chance to help shape standard solutions used across global FACTS projects
• Collaboration with international engineering teams and suppliers
• Relocation assistance provided
• Knowledge of Finnish is an advantage but not required; occasional travel may be needed